Man by nature is curious and his quest to explore new worlds takes him from place to place.
It is said that the world we live in is such a beautiful place that someone from other planet will be dazzled by its beauty if they see it. There are natural as well as man made wonders that invite us to conquer them and learn from the beauty of the nature and the lessons history has to teach. Here are some of the top historical places of the world that have been tourist attractions over the history across the globe:
The Great Wall of China: The Great Wall of China; one of the mightiest works of the man is a one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Located in the Northern borders of the country with a length of about 4000 miles, the Great Wall is said to be the only object visible from the surface of moon with naked eye. It is not one wall constructed at one point in time. Different emperors keep constructing it over different historical periods from 5th century BC to 16th century in order to save the country from the invaders.
Taj Mahal: Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful historical places in the world. Located in Agra, India, it is a masterpiece of great Mughal architecture and holds a lot to attract not only tourists interested in history but also lovers for its symbolic position as a monument of love. The beautiful mausoleum was constructed by Mughal emperor in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. The place comprises of tomb, interior and exterior decorations, gardens and other outlying buildings and is a part of Seven Wonders of the World.
Giza Pyramids: Egypt is one of the ancient most civilizations and fascinates all those interested in ancient times and civilizations. The Great Pyramids of Giza is one of the remains of old civilizations that stun us even in this era of technology and architecture. The great pyramid (also known as the pyramid of Khafre and the pyramid of Cheope), the pyramid of Menkaure, Queen’s pyramids and the great Sphinx are a miracle for being constructed so beautifully in a desert and has been repeatedly included in the list of the Seven Wonders of the World over time.
Machu Picchu – Cuzco, Peru: Located in Peru, South America, at a height of about 8,000 ft from sea level, at the peak of a mountain, this old city is a pre-Columbian Inca site which was built 1430 AD. The sacred district of Machu Picchu with buildings (built in typical Inca style) like Intihuatana, the Temple of the Sun, and the Room of the Three Windows make it a favorite destination for tourists across the world. The site is included in new Seven Wonders of the World.
Closseum – Rome, Italy: Closseum or Roman Coliseum is a masterpiece of Roman architecture. It is an elliptical amphitheatre which is located in the heart of the Italian city. Built around 80 AD the Closseum is capable of accommodating about 50,000 spectators. The building was used originally for purposes like animal hunt, gladiatorial contests, executions, dramas and other public spectacles. It makes one of the most popular historical sites in Europe and is a part of list of seven wonders of world.
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